MOVIES 32 AUGUST 2024 www.goodnewsfl.org Good News • South Florida Edition This year has already included a record line-up of quality faith-based films whose messages have impacted countless lives. The rest of 2024 will feature many additional and diverse faith films. Supporting these films in theaters helps them to touch and change many lives. These movies will not only bless believers, but also provide an excellent opportunity for outreach to the unchurched. Preview of Upcoming Faith-Based Theatrical Releases Check film websites for additional information. Films show at least one week except for limited night “Fathom Events” (indicated by *). For family-friendly reviews of these and other films, check pluggedin.com. Faithfilmfan.com is an excellent website to get additional information and updates. Faithcontentnetwork.com/films provides information on how your church can show some of the films – even when they are still in theaters. And for additional info on these films and advanced screenings, sign up at bit.ly/faithfilms for my “Faith Movie News” emails. “Sound Of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot” (started 7/4) Based on the true story of families in a small church who adopted difficult-to-place children in the foster care system. angel.com/movies/possum-trot “The Firing Squad” (starts 8/2) Based on inspiring true story of Christians executed by firing squad in Indonesia. Lower-budget production but a powerful, life-changing story! With Kevin Sorbo and Cuba Gooding. thefiringsquadmovie.com “The Forge” (starts 8/23) Through mentoring, a young man’s life is moved from aimlessness to dynamic purpose! The latest powerfully inspiring film from the Kendrick Brothers (Facing the Giants, War Room). theforgemovie.com “Reagan” (starts 8/30) The inspiring story of Reagan's ascent, including the impact of his faith, told through the voice of a former KGB agent. Starring Dennis Quaid, Jon Voight and Kevin Sorbo. reaganmovie.com “Sight & Sound Presents: Daniel Live” (4 days only *8/30-9/2) Broadway-level quality musical! danielevent.com “God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust” (*9/12-18) Demonstrates the enduring relevance of faith in public life and the fight to keep religious values at the heart of governance. Godsnotdead.com “White Bird” (starts 10/4) Bully visited by his Jewish Grandmother is transformed by her story about how her life was rescued from the Nazis by the kindness of a schoolmate. Prequel/sequel to “Wonder.” With Helen Mirren and Gillian Anderson. whitebird.movie “Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story” (*10/8) His life and legacy including his groundbreaking child welfare organization (as portrayed in 1938 “Boys Town” film). fatherflanaganfilm.com “Average Joe” (starts 10/11) Based on the true story of the battle for religious freedom fought by the High school football coach who was fired for taking a knee in prayer after each game. averagejoemovie.com “Radiating Joy: The Michelle Duppong Story” (*11/12) Story of her heroic suffering and passion for inviting others to be transformed by God’s love. focus.org/michelleduppong “Bonhoeffer” (starts 11/22) The story of the pastor who preached love while standing up to the evils of Nazi Germany – risking his life to do what is right. angel.com/movies/bonhoeffer “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” (starts 11/8) From the classic book - an inspiring story about surprises when troublesome youngsters disrupt the town's Christmas performance. From Dallas Jenkins (“The Chosen”). bestchristmaspageantever.movie “Homestead” (starts 12/20) Action-packed apocalyptic thriller with redemptive characters and hopeful themes. With Neal McDonough. angel.com/homestead “No Address” (TBD) Profound film bringing faces to the real problem of homelessness. noaddressmovie.com “Unbreakable Boy” (starts 2/21/2025) Based on the true story of autistic boy with brittle-bone disease, whose joyous worldview transforms everyone around him. With Zach Levi. theunbreakableboy.movie Some of the ways to help these films touch more lives • Stay informed about upcoming faith films through sites like faithfilmfan.com, facebook.com/LightinDarkPlace, and/or by joining the movie email list (bit.ly/faithfilms). • Pray (and fast)! • Help spread the word via social media, fliers, church bulletins, etc. • Help organize groups to see the films on opening weekend. • Purchase tickets as far in advance as possible. Feel free to contact me for assistance in any of these areas (including getting group discount tickets). See you at the movies! Stanley Goldenberg has been involved in grassroots promotion of Christian films for over 17 years. He is also a federal hurricane research meteorologist who has published scientific articles and appeared in numerous TV hurricane specials. An Epic Year for Inspiring Faith-Based Movies Stanley Goldenberg Movie Connection A scene from "The Forge"
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